Model: IS-DAP2-256-SSD-512-C-G
from $317.95
Color: FIPS 140-2 Level 2
Storage: 512GB
6 configurations available
The Istorage diskAshur PRO2 is a 512GB portable SSD designed for secure data storage. This FIPS 140-2 Level 2 certified drive features hardware-based encryption and an onboard keypad for password protection, ensuring your data remains confidential. With a USB 3.1 connection via an integrated cable, it offers read speeds up to 361 MB/s and write speeds up to 362 MB/s, all within a dust and water-resistant (IP56) plastic casing measuring 4.9 x 3.3 x 0.8 inches and weighing 6.35 oz. It is bus-powered and compatible with universal computer and mobile operating systems, making it suitable for professionals requiring robust security for their portable data.
Form factor and generation interface dictate compatibility and speed. Prioritize drives with DRAM caches for OS boot drives, as DRAM-less drives can slow down significantly during heavy multitasking. Available from $317.95.
Solid State Drives (SSDs) have no ongoing costs and consume minimal power. Their cost of ownership is entirely the upfront price per gigabyte.
Common Failure Modes
SSDs have no moving parts, making them immune to physical shock. Failures occur through flash memory wear-out from writing massive amounts of data or sudden controller death.
Form factor and generation interface dictate compatibility and speed. Prioritize drives with DRAM caches for OS boot drives, as DRAM-less drives can slow down significantly during heavy multitasking.
SSDs have a finite number of write cycles, usually measured in Terabytes Written (TBW). For average consumers, this limit takes many years to reach.
The Istorage 512GB diskAshur PRO2 USB 3.1 Encrypted Portable SSD (FIPS 140-2 Level 2) is available at bhphoto, starting at $317.95.
Solid State Drives (SSDs) have no ongoing costs and consume minimal power. Their cost of ownership is entirely the upfront price per gigabyte.
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